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Operation
• Read the Safety instructions on page 4
concerning proper use of the String Trimmer.
Operating Position
Before using the Trimmer, check the following (Fig. 14):
1. The Trimmer should be on the operator’s right side.
2. The operator’s right hand should be holding the shaft
grip, with his or her fingers on the throttle trigger. The
right arm should be slightly bent.
3. The left hand should be holding the loop handle with
the fingers and thumb fully enclosed around the grip.
The left arm should be extended. Reposition the loop
handle up or down the driveshaft if necessary for a
comfortable position.
4. The Trimmer weight should be evenly distributed
between the arms. The trimmer head should be near
and parallel to the ground.
5. Accelerate and hold the engine at cutting speed before
entering the material to be cut.
6. Always release the throttle trigger and allow the
engine to return to idle speed when not cutting.
7. Stop the Trimmer engine when moving between work
sites.
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Figure 13
1. Throttle Trigger in Idle
Position
2. No Trimmer Head
Rotation
• Always wear gloves and protective clothing
when operating the String Trimmer.
• If the trimmer head becomes jammed, stop the engine
immediately.
• Make certain all moving parts have stopped and
disconnect the spark plug before inspecting the
equipment for damage.
• Never use a String Trimmer that has chipped, cracked
or broken trimmer head.
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Figure 14
1. Hearing Protection
2. Eye Protection
3. Right Arm Slightly Bent
4. Left Arm Fully Extended,
Hand Holding Loop
Handle
5. Hand Holding Throttle
Grip, Fingers on Throttle
Trigger
6. Trimmer Head Near and
Parallel to Ground
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